In Memory of

Steven R. Hagan

Steven Roy Hagan, the son of Gene and Wilma (Walters) Hagan, was born on October 6, 1956, in Spencer, Iowa. His family moved to Le Mars, Iowa, where he received his early education. They moved to Cherokee in 1973, where Steve completed his education. He attended NWIA Technical Institute, where he learned the welding trade.
He lived in Sheldon, Iowa for seven years, where he was employed at Rozeboom's. He also worked welding and construction in Kansas and Missouri before returning to Cherokee. He enjoyed being outdoors, hiking, fishing and camping. Other interests included antiques, reading, and hunting for asparagus.
Following a courageous battle with cancer, Steve passed away at Careage Hills Nursing Home in Cherokee, Iowa, on Sunday, January 29, 2012, at the age of 55. He was preceded in death by his father, Gene, and brother, Rick.
Survivors include his mother, Wilma, of Cherokee; two daughters, Sara Stimac of Olathe, KS, and Melissa Hagan of Chicago, IL; two sisters, Robyn Bush and friend Rich, and Linda and her husband, Gary Simmons, all of Cherokee; a grandson, Gabe Stimac of Olathe, KS; a sister-in-law, Bonnie Hagan of Syracuse, MO. Steve will also be fondly remembered by his many friends and acquaintances.

SERVICES

A memorial celebration will be held at a later date in the spring. Detail of the service will be released when everything is finalized.

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Condolences

Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 12:00 AM

“Wilma and family,My deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of Steve. May you find comfort in all of your memories that you had with him. He is at peace now, and you will see him again. God bless you. ”

- Dana (File) Kies

Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 12:00 AM

“Wilma and family,My deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of Steve. May you find comfort in all of your memories that you had with him. He is at peace now, and you will see him again. God bless you. ”

- Dana (File) Kies

Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 12:00 AM

“LINDA, GARY and Hagan family,I'm so sorry your family has had to go through so much loss in a short time. May your family bonds be even stronger. ”

- Margaret Clifton

Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 12:00 AM

“Dear Sara and family,Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He is in a much better place! I have a big hug for you when I see you in person- until then, know that your friends are thinking of you at this sad time.”

- Janene & Mark Braunschweig

Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 12:00 AM

“I just found out about Steve, I'm so sorry, I have great memories of us in high school. I wish I could have known and seen him again. Please let me know when services are. God Bless you all, I also had no idea about Rick either. I have lost a good friend. ”

- Steve Smith

Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 12:00 AM

“.....im so sorry to hear of steves passing he will always be remembered as a very good friend of mine ..... my thoughts and prayers go out to his children , grand child, sisters , and mother at this time”

- Kayla J ( Boothby ) Smith

Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 12:00 AM

“so very sorry for your loss...steve was a cool cat and will be missed.”

- Erin j Kelly

Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 12:00 AM

“Wilma, I am very sorry Steve left this life too early. I have known him for 30 years and he has always been entertaining, funny, and was always respectful to me and my daughter Michelle. Tom and I used to spend alot of time with Steve, and he will be missed. God Bless”